Upcoming
Ever wanted to try your hand at Fashion Illustration?
Here’s your chance! Join us for a fun, hands-on evening where you’ll use templates and learn the basics of fashion illustration with the talented Artist Juliette Vuillaume.
No experience needed—just bring your creativity!
When: January 16, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Where: Yosemite Gateway Art Center
Who Can Attend: Ages 8 and up!
Limited Spots – Must Register in Advance!
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore your artistic side in a relaxed and welcoming space. Reserve your spot now and see where your imagination takes you!
You can register at: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/UNNEUYTSQVZEJ
Or you can call:
(559) 683-5551
Intro to AI Class – Limited Spots Available!
Curious about Artificial Intelligence and how to use it responsibly and productively? Join us for an Intro to AI at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center!
Instructor: Nick Adelizi – Your guide to the world of AI When: Thursday, January 23, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Where: Yosemite Gateway Art Center, 40982 CA-41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
Cost: $45 per person
Don’t miss this chance to learn the basics of AI and how it can be used in creative, professional, and everyday spaces. Seats are limited, so secure your spot now!
Register today at www.ygac.org
Pay online at: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/VBR2P9PYYVQHY
Call at: (559) 683-5551
Past
Try It Night: Collage Art with Artist Jon Bock
Join us for an inspiring evening of creativity with artist Jon Bock at Try It Night: Collage Art. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to explore the art of collage using a variety of materials to craft something truly unique.
What to Expect:
– Date: December 12th
– Time: 5:00 – 7:00 PM (2 hours)
– Location: Yosemite Gateway Art Center, 40982 Highway 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
– Cost: $20 (all materials included)
– Ages: 15 and older
What You’ll Do:
Experiment with mixed and recycled materials like handmade paper, magazine covers, and cutouts. Dive into a creative process that allows you to incorporate personal touches into your work, making it special and meaningful. Create a one-of-a-kind piece that’s perfect as a personal keepsake or a heartfelt gift.
Reserve your spot today—spaces are limited! Register HERE
Social Media for Artists and Creators
When: December 7th, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: Yosemite Gateway Art Center
Cost: $30
What You’ll Learn:
Effective use of Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Lives, and Facebook
Who Should Attend:
Artists and creators, ages 16+
No prior social media experience necessary! Bring a smartphone or computer
How to Sign Up:
Register via Paypal:
or come to the Yosemite Gateway Art Center, or call us at (559) 683-5551.
Beginner Class
Pine Needle Basket Workshop
Taught by Carolie Jensen
What it will entail:
– All materials provided
– Bring a pillow (if you are uncomfortable sitting for a long period of time)
– You will create an entire basket, 3 inch diameter by 2 inches, with pineneedles, wood based basket, and a handle on their basket
– Some of the proceeds will be a donation to Yosemite Sierra Artists
When:
Saturday and Sunday September 21 & 22
2 day consecutive classes
From 1 pm until 4 pm
How to Sign Up:
You can use the Paypal Link:
https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/G7FFRLUNNAMJS
or come to the Yosemite Gateway Art Center, or call us at (559) 683-5551.
Intro to Watercolor
Instructors: Carolyn Hartling and Patricia Allen
Dates/Times: August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th at 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Cost: $150
Sign up at: https://tinyurl.com/uvxzvayc
– 14 years old and older
– All supplies are included
– Spots are Limited, Please Reserve your spot
For more information, contact Yosemite Gateway Art Center at 559.683.5551 or email admin@galwest.com.
Intro to AI
Instructor Nick Adelizi will guide you through the basics of Artificial Intelligence and how to utilize it in a responsible and productive manner.
Details:
- You must bring your own laptop, iPad, or phones
- You must be 18 and over
- The class is $25 per person, and there is a limit of 10 people for the class.
When and Where:
Thursday, July 25th from 6:00-7:30 pm at Yosemite Gateway Art Center
Register at: https://tinyurl.com/y26xjtp3 or call YGAC at 559.683.5551
Performance poet, writer, and teacher, Claire Blotter, will be bringing her unique style of performance poetry with movement and body percussion to the Oakhurst area with three days of events. In addition to being a published author, Claire directs ritual, guerilla, and community theater, and teaches poetry writing and performance to elementary, middle, and high school students.
She will kick off her residency on Thursday July 18th at 3:00pm with an interview on Art Attack with Janet Flores on KFCF 88.1 Free Speech Radio. Janet, Claire, and YGAC’s own Jon Bock will discuss art, activism, performance, and community with a focus on Claire’s visit and the weekend’s activities.
Later that evening at 6:00pm, during Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop, she will meet with the community to promote and sign her new book: “Expanding.Water.Ways.”
On Friday, July 19th, at 7pm, Claire will host “Waterway Walk & Reading” at Sierra Meadows in Ahwahnee. She will be performing from her new book, Expanding.Water.Ways., which she has adapted to fit into the unique landscape and waterways of the local Sierra Nevada foothills. $20 recommended donation can be made at https://tinyurl.com/4mj8mtac.
The next day, Saturday, July 20th, from 10am to 3pm, Claire will teach a writing workshop at Yosemite Gateway Art Center: “Diving Underwater” where participants will discover and express hidden themes, feelings, and desires through art, writing, and performance, $45 participation fee. Retister at: https://tinyurl.com/53s5bf8w
The residency will culminate on Saturday at 6pm at Yosemite Gateway Art Center with a short poetry performance by Claire, followed by an open mic of poems and sharing of artwork by participants & performers from the afternoon workshop and audience. $10 recommended donation at the door.
For more information, contact Yosemite Gateway Art Center at 559.683.5551 or email admin@galwest.com.
Intro to Linocut
Learn the art of linocut from printmakers Gloria Garland and Santiago Palacio.
Details:
– You must be 13 and over
– Must have basic computer skills
– The class is $40 per person, and since there is a limit of 15 people for the class.
You must call or come to Yosemite Gateway Art Center and reserve and pay for your ticket, or pay by QR code.
When and Where:
Saturday, July 13th from 10:00am – 3:00 pm at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center.
POSTPONED
Intro to 3D Printing
Learn about and how to 3D Print with our instructor, Nick Adelizi. He will instruct you on an introductory knowledge about 3D Printing using our 3D printers here at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center.
Details:
– You must be 13 and over
– Must have basic computer skills
– The class is $40 per person, and since there is a limit of 15 people for the class.
You must call or come to Yosemite Gateway Art Center and reserve and pay for your ticket, or pay by QR code.
When and Where:
June 27th from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center.
Our First Class here at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center, in our brand new space. We are looking forward to it so much!
Intro to AI
Learn about and how to utilize Artificial Intelligence with our instructor, Nick Adelizi. He will instruct you how to safely and effectively use AI.
Details:
– You must bring your own laptop, ipads, or phones
– You must be 18 and over
– The class is $25 per person, and since there is a limit of 10 people for the class. You must call or come to Yosemite Gateway Art Center and reserve and pay for your ticket.
When and Where:
June 13th from 6:00-7:30 pm at the Yosemite Gateway Art Center